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Cheap flights from Mackay to New South Wales from $166

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — SYD
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Mackay to New South Wales

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Cheapest flights from Mackay to New South Wales
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to New South Wales. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Mon 23/314:05
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/306:20
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$353
Wed 22/420:20
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/406:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop13h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/3$377
Wed 22/420:20
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/418:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$398
Mon 20/420:20
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/406:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop13h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/3$404
Mon 13/413:55
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop3h 45m
Virgin Australia
Thu 16/406:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 8/3$405
Mon 27/720:15
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop12h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 25/806:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop13h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$407
Thu 2/408:25
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop5h 15m
Virgin Australia
Mon 6/407:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop3h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 8/3$409
Sun 22/314:05
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/306:20
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$414
Fri 28/817:30
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 50m
Virgin Australia
Wed 9/910:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop6h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 6/3$415
Mon 16/314:05
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 05m
Virgin Australia
Mon 23/318:30
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/3$429
Tue 24/311:25
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop5h 45m
Virgin Australia
Sat 28/313:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 9/3$432

Find flight deals from Mackay to New South Wales

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mackay to New South Wales flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$353

One-way from

$166

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$401
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/3-25/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 25m total
  • Mackay to New South Wales
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • Mackay to New South Wales
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to New South Wales that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 23/3

14:05-22:15

1 stop7h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

06:20-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

$353
Fastest return journey

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 3/4

16:45-21:40

1 stop3h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

06:15-10:40

1 stop4h 25m

$400

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 27/7

20:15-08:40

1 stop12h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/8

06:00-19:40

1 stop13h 40m

$407

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Sat 4/4

11:25-16:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

06:15-10:40

1 stop4h 25m

$409

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 2/4

08:25-14:40

1 stop5h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

07:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$409

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 28/8

17:30-21:40

1 stop4h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

06:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

$415

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 30/3

08:25-14:40

1 stop5h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/3

18:25-21:50

1 stop4h 25m

$439

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 24/8

11:25-18:40

1 stop7h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

06:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

$446
Cheapest one-way

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Tue 25/8

20:15-09:50

1 stop13h 35m

$204
Fastest single journey

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Sun 12/4

17:30-21:25

1 stop3h 55m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mackay to New South Wales

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales (average of $97). Flying from Mackay to New South Wales in September is currently the most expensive (average of $270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing New South Wales

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New South Wales. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New South Wales. Reviews last updated 11 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Mackay to New South Wales. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,003 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
529 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Mackay to New South Wales?

    Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay (MKY) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New South Wales from Mackay.

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to New South Wales?

    For as low as $400, Virgin Australia can have you in New South Wales from Mackay in 3h 55m. The distance from Mackay to New South Wales is about 1432 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to New South Wales that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Mackay to New South Wales flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Mackay to New South Wales?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mackay to New South Wales.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Mackay to New South Wales?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to New South Wales by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New South Wales (average of $97). Flying from Mackay to New South Wales in September is currently the most expensive (average of $270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Mackay to New South Wales

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to New South Wales. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$142Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$306Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$382Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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